GBV Nurse at - Nairobi, Kenya - Coptic Hospital

Description

The importance of ministering to the physical needs of the people we serve as a church is clear. Indeed, it is a ministry of love unto Christ Himself.

The mission of the Coptic Church in Africa is established on this very principle, as spiritual healing cannot come before basic needs and physical health have been addressed.

Key Responsibilities:
Take the vital signs of all patients
Provide medical support of patient for medical or Clinical officers.

Attend to survivors of violence, including examination, sending for required investigations and filling of post rape care form and p3 forms.

Attend to emergencies:
resuscitate or stabilize before sending for admission.
Perform general Nursing duties, e.g. wound cleaning and dressing, stitching, injection
administration, sterilization and cleaning of instruments, preparation of biohazards and sharps for disposal.

Ensure adherence to and assist patients through the correct sequence of events when being attended to at the Clinic as per flow-chart.

Maintain and update patient records as required.
Complete data entry on all relevant forms, Kenya EMR and registers.
Ensure that there is a GBV kit and it's well stocked.
Help in counseling when necessary.
Ensure that confidentiality of patient's information is maintained at all times.
Attend GBV programme meetings as requested by the Supervisor.
Put on your identification cards at all times and wear uniform as approved by the Nursing Council.
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with all members of staff.
Act responsibly and in a professional manner at all times.
Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.


Requirements:
Diploma or Bachelor of Science in Nursing [KRCHN or KRN]
Registration from the Nursing Council of Kenya
SGBV training is an added advantage.
At least 3 years' experience.
Experience in attending to survivors of violence.
Experience and knowledge of SGBV laws in Kenya.
Experience and knowledge of Kenyan court proceedings and ever testified as a expert will be an added advantage.